Industrial Revolution Exam Questions with Correct Answers
What was the Industrial Revolution? Correct Answer The Industrial Revolution is a shift, beginning in England, during 18th century (1700's), from making goods by hand to making them by machines When did the Industrial Revolution occur? Correct Answer - The Industrial Revolution began in the 18th century - Its span was Where did the first industrial revolution begin? Explain. Correct Answer - Britain - Wealthy landowners wanted to improve farming methods, they used enclosures and crop rotations to improve their yields. What were the four (4) factors that contributed to industrialization in Britain? Correct Answer - Large work force - Expanding economy - Natural resources - Political stability What were the four (4) natural resources needed for British industrialization? Correct Answer - Water power and coal (to fuel new machines) - Iron ore (to construct machines) - River (inland transportation) - Harbours (merchants to sail) What was the first "area" to undergo major industrialization? Correct Answer - Textile industry
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